Single-player games like Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns
Below are 12 single-player Steam games similar to Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns, ranked by player overlap. Every pick carries Steam's Single-player category, so multiplayer-only titles or always-online games don't sneak in. imho.run pulls the category data from Steam directly — Single-player here matches what the store labels.
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Ranked picks
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Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja
Single-player alternative to Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns.
Grab your club and get ready to go on a wild, prehistoric adventure with the Cavemen Ninjas – Joe & Mac! Play as Joe and Mac, two cavemen who fight against enemy cavemen and dinosaurs using prehistoric weapons.
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Retro Classix: Two Crude
Single-player alternative to Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns.
In this colorful arcade classic, play as one or two mercenaries hired by the American government to stop the terrorist organization known as "Big Valley''. Your mission: fight these terrorists for control of post-apocalyptic New York City.
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Retro Classix: Bad Dudes
Single-player alternative to Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns.
Play as the Bad Dudes pursuing ninjas through the New York City streets, a moving big rig truck, a large storm sewer, a forest, a freight train on an old Southern Pacific line, a cave, and into an underground factory in order to save President Ronnie in the classic arcade beat 'em up.
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Retro Classix: Super BurgerTime
Single-player alternative to Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns.
The 2-player sequel to the classic BurgerTime! In Super BurgerTime, play as Peter Pepper Jr. and complete the burgers, but watch out for Mr. Hot Dog, Mr. Egg and the dangerous Mr. Pickle!
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Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & Teef
Single-player alternative to Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns.
From the developers of the Guns, Gore and Cannoli franchise comes a new 2D run & gun platformer: Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & TEEF! Spearhead an Ork invasion, destroy the hive city and kill your warboss! ‘Ere we go!
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Rad Rodgers - Radical Edition
Single-player alternative to Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns.
Bringing back the 90's-era PC platformer with a game inspired by classics like Commander Keen, Conker, Ruff'n'Tumble & Jazz Jackrabbit.
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Twin Shot Deluxe
Single-player alternative to Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns.
The Angel Cats are back! Twin Shot Deluxe is a platform arcade shooter where players defend their homeland using bow and arrows. Take aim at 200+ brand new levels set across four worlds. Play solo or with a friends in local co-op (1-4 players) or competitively to see who will be crowned champion.
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Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition
Single-player alternative to Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns.
The definitive version of the smash-hit Metroidvania-style action-platformer, Guacamelee! STCE adds new levels, powers, challenges, and refinements to the sprawling, ridiculous, Mexican-inspired adventure of the original Guacamelee! Gold Edition.
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Street Hoop
Single-player alternative to Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
The legendary 3 on 3 arcade basketball game returns.
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Retro Classix: SRD - Super Real Darwin
Single-player alternative to Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns.
Super Real Darwin is a fast-paced, vertical scrolling shoot-em-up that rewards skill and persistence – a cult classic for the retro shmup fan. Take control of a fighter ship capable of mutating into different shapes as it evolves while fighting off enemy invaders.
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Retro Classix: Gate of Doom
Single-player alternative to Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns.
Seal the Gate Of Doom forever! Gate of Doom is a classic arcade multiplayer action RPG originally released in 1990. You and a friend take on the role of one of four heroes of prophecy, the knight Carl F. Graystone, the wizard Fraya Edirne, the bard Riger Hawk, or the ninja Kirikaze.
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Retro Classix: Wizard Fire
Single-player alternative to Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns.
Wizard Fire is a classic multiplayer arcade action RPG for one to two players, featuring five unique playable characters, epic boss fights, and stunning pixel graphics.